Events for October 21 - May 9

  • Thriller Fest 2025

    Welcome to ThrillerFest XX, our twentieth anniversary event, which will take place June 17 to June 21, 2025 at the New York Hilton Midtown, with a bonus event on Monday, June 16: FBI and ATF Day.

  • Anxiety, Envy or Fear? Emotions in Thrillers with J. Luke Bennecke

    ThrillerFest 2025 NEW York Hilton Midtown, New York, NY, United States

    Why do people kill? Join J. Luke Bennecke and colleagues for a masterclass on crafting killer motives in “Jealousy, Greed or Revenge? – Motivations for Murder.”

  • Independence Day!

    Happy Independence Day, friends—let’s celebrate every voice brave enough to speak up. Today honors the courage and conviction that forged a nation from bold ideas and unforgettable stories. As fireworks streak across the night sky, every manuscript on the desk feels like its own spark of freedom, ready to ignite. Whether you’re revisiting a cherished […]

  • Book Passage Mystery Writers Conference 2025

    The Book Passage Mystery Writers Conference is an intimate, boutique-style conference hosted by one of America's most beloved independent bookstores, known for its dedication to mystery fiction and author support.

  • SCBWI Colorado Springs Connect & Critique

    Successful road trips require more than a full tank of gas and your favorite playlist. So does writing a successful manuscript. Learn how to map your writing in this month's member presentation. 

    Remaining Time: Critiques, if interested, bring 8-10 copies of your work in progress (up to 5 pages or 1500 words) to share.

  • J.B. Abbott – Book Launch!

    Interabank Books 5600 W. Lovers Ln. Ste 142, Dallas, TX, United States

    JB Abbott is thrilled to announce the launch of Picking Up the Pieces: A Jigsaw Puzzle Mystery in person, at Interabang Books in Dallas, TX, on August 12! Come celebrate with […]